Getting Started with Next.js
April 15, 2025
Next.js is a powerful React framework that makes building web applications simple and efficient. In this post, we'll explore the basics of getting started with Next.js.
Why Next.js?
Next.js provides a great developer experience with features like:
- Server-side rendering
- Static site generation
- API routes
- File-based routing
- Built-in CSS and Sass support
Setting Up Your First Project
To create a new Next.js project, you can use the following command:
npx create-next-app@latest my-next-app
This will set up a new Next.js project with all the necessary configurations.
Conclusion
Next.js makes it easy to build modern web applications with React. Its intuitive API and powerful features allow developers to focus on building great user experiences.